News for '-design'

Drone Unveiled to Tranquilise Violent Elephants

Drone Unveiled to Tranquilise Violent Elephants

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

A drone designed to tranquilise violent elephants without close human contact has been unveiled, marking a significant advancement in using indigenous UAV technology for mitigating human-wildlife conflict.

XEV 9e Cineluxe @29.35L: Whats New

XEV 9e Cineluxe @29.35L: Whats New

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

Mahindra pushes premium EV strategy with XEV 9e Cineluxe, blending luxury design, immersive technology and over 500 km range capability.

India Adopts Balanced AI Regulatory Approach

India Adopts Balanced AI Regulatory Approach

Rediff.com3 Mar 2026

An Indian AI Research Organisation official says India has adopted a balanced and pragmatic approach to AI regulation, avoiding the extremes of the US and EU models.

Kiara Advani, Bhumi Pednekar's Most Bizarre Accessories!

Kiara Advani, Bhumi Pednekar's Most Bizarre Accessories!

Rediff.com2 days ago

We all love a good statement piece; but sometimes celebrities take things a step further with accessories that are downright bizarre (but beautiful).

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Mehendi Pix

Rashmika Mandanna, Vijay Deverakonda's Mehendi Pix

Rediff.com2 days ago

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda delighted fans by sharing intimate photos from their vibrant mehendi and Pradhanam ceremony.

Why Judgement and Creativity are Key Skills for the Future Workforce

Why Judgement and Creativity are Key Skills for the Future Workforce

Rediff.com6 days ago

Former UGC Chairman M Jagadesh Kumar emphasises the need to focus on skills like judgement, creativity, and ethical reasoning in light of rapid automation in the workplace.

Alia, Kareena's Summer Of Chikankari Fashion!

Alia, Kareena's Summer Of Chikankari Fashion!

Rediff.com1 days ago

How Bollywood stunners seize summer in all its chikankari glory.

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Mercedes's All-New V-Class redines 'private suite on wheels'

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

The V-Class will be locally produced at the Mercedes facility in Chakan, near Pune, making it the second product, after the Mercedes-Maybach GLS, to begin local production.

President Murmu to Fly in indigenous combat helicopter Prachand

President Murmu to Fly in indigenous combat helicopter Prachand

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

President Droupadi Murmu will fly in the indigenously developed Light Combat Helicopter (LCH) 'Prachand' at the Jaisalmer Air Force Station. She will also attend the IAF's mega firepower demonstration 'Vayu Shakti' at the Pokhran Field Firing Range.

Couple Friendly, Aspirants On OTT

Couple Friendly, Aspirants On OTT

Rediff.com17 hours ago

Save yourself a seat on the couch to binge watch these many OTT offerings of the week.

Belagavi Police Nab Woman Accused of Robbing Wealthy Men

Belagavi Police Nab Woman Accused of Robbing Wealthy Men

Rediff.com1 days ago

Belagavi police have arrested a woman accused of luring wealthy men through social media, engaging them in obscene chats, and then robbing them at a lodge. Her accomplice is currently absconding, and police are investigating the full extent of their scheme.

Nancy Tyagi: Designer Behind Tyla's Desi-Inspired Glam

Nancy Tyagi: Designer Behind Tyla's Desi-Inspired Glam

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

Nancy Tyagi's sari-inspired look for Tyla's maiden visit to India is the inspiration moment that aptly blends global glam with desi charm.

'Tatas, Mahindras Have A Vision For India'

'Tatas, Mahindras Have A Vision For India'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Want to know why Pratap Bose, Chief Creative and Design Officer at Mahindra Global Design thinks so?

Hamnet Review: A Heart-Rending Watch

Hamnet Review: A Heart-Rending Watch

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

The last scene in Hamnet will be seared in movie memory, notes Deepa Gahlot.

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

GESDA and CERN Partner to Ensure Quantum Computing Accessibility for All

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Open Quantum Institute, a joint initiative by GESDA and CERN, aims to ensure that quantum computing is accessible to all when it becomes widely available, fostering global collaboration and capacity building.

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Allies in India have been good actors: White House

Rediff.com2 days ago

The US has temporarily permitted India to accept Russian oil already on ships to ensure energy supplies amid the conflict with Iran. This short-term measure is not expected to significantly benefit Russia financially.

Graphene Sensors Poised to Transform Medical Testing

Graphene Sensors Poised to Transform Medical Testing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference highlighted the potential of ultra-sensitive graphene sensors for rapid disease detection and various other applications, including flexible heating pads for neonatal care and lightweight structures for unmanned aerial vehicles.

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

How the Open Quantum Institute Plans to Make Quantum Computing Accessible to All

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Open Quantum Institute (OQI), a joint initiative by Geneva Science and Diplomacy Anticipator (GESDA) and CERN, aims to ensure equitable access to quantum computing when it becomes widely available, fostering international cooperation and addressing societal implications.

India's Clean Energy Sector Sees Recruitment Surge

India's Clean Energy Sector Sees Recruitment Surge

Rediff.com5 Mar 2026

India's clean energy technology industry is experiencing rapid growth, with recruitment increasing significantly due to policy support and investments in green energy. However, challenges remain in talent availability, skills alignment, and gender diversity.

Beware: 'Digital Lutera' toolkit targets UPI users, warns cyber firm

Beware: 'Digital Lutera' toolkit targets UPI users, warns cyber firm

Rediff.com1 days ago

Cyber intelligence firm CloudSEK reports that online fraudsters are using a new toolkit called 'Digital Lutera' to bypass security features of UPI apps and carry out fraudulent financial transactions.

Arjun Maini gears up for 2026 DTM season with HRT Ford Racing

Arjun Maini gears up for 2026 DTM season with HRT Ford Racing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian driver Arjun Maini will continue with HRT Ford Racing in the 2026 DTM season, driving the No. 36 Ford Mustang GT3 EVO as the team prepares for the championship opener in Austria.

How T20 World Cup turned out to be paradise for batters, graveyard for bowlers

How T20 World Cup turned out to be paradise for batters, graveyard for bowlers

Rediff.com2 days ago

Twenty20 was designed to favour batters, but few anticipated the bowlers' bloodbath that unfolded across four weeks in India and Sri Lanka at the just-concluded Twenty20 World Cup.

Indian students start leaving Iran, 1st batch to depart today

Indian students start leaving Iran, 1st batch to depart today

Rediff.com2 days ago

According to information shared with students, those enrolled at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, and Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences have been offered two evacuation routes -- either through Armenia or Azerbaijan.

Strict Rules On Cards For Foreign Airlines

Strict Rules On Cards For Foreign Airlines

Rediff.com1 days ago

Under the proposal, if a foreign carrier does not operate flights to a particular Indian airport for 'four consecutive IATA seasons', the regulator may suspend that airport authorisation.

ICC Suspends Javon Searles and Two Others Over Bim10 Corruption Breaches

ICC Suspends Javon Searles and Two Others Over Bim10 Corruption Breaches

Rediff.com1 days ago

The ICC has provisionally suspended Javon Searles and two others linked to a franchise for breaches of the anti-corruption codes during the 2023-24 Bim10 tournament in Barbados.

10 Celebs With Clothing Labels

10 Celebs With Clothing Labels

Rediff.com27 Feb 2026

Several prominent Indian celebrities have interests beyond the silver screen or cricket pitch.

Inside Parineeti Chopra's Beautiful Nursery For Baby Neer

Inside Parineeti Chopra's Beautiful Nursery For Baby Neer

Rediff.com28 Feb 2026

Parineeti Chopra offers a peek into the nursery she and Raghav Chadha have lovingly designed for their son, Neer.

Nobody will hire women: SC rejects plea for menstrual leave

Nobody will hire women: SC rejects plea for menstrual leave

Rediff.com11 hours ago

The Supreme Court of India has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking a nationwide policy for menstrual leave for women students and workers, citing concerns about potential negative impacts on female employment and the reinforcement of gender stereotypes.

Road Accident Claims Tribunal Awards 31.65 Lakh to Vendor's Family

Road Accident Claims Tribunal Awards 31.65 Lakh to Vendor's Family

Rediff.com3 days ago

The Motor Accident Claims Tribunal (MACT) in Thane has awarded a compensation of 31.65 lakh to the family of a vegetable vendor who died in a road accident in 2017.

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Graphene: The 'Wonder Material' Poised to Revolutionise Water Purification

Rediff.com3 days ago

Scientists at the GraphIN 2026 conference in Kochi highlighted graphene's potential in water purification, discussing graphene-based membranes and nanocomposites for removing pollutants and improving desalination.

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

9 Reasons Why Dhurandhar 2 Looks Promising

Rediff.com3 days ago

Bigger surprises and shockers await in Dhurandhar 2? Mayur Sanap trusts Aditya Dhar on this.

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

PhonePe Introduces 'On-The-Go' Card for Contactless Transit Payments Across India

Rediff.com2 days ago

PhonePe has launched the 'RuPay On-The-Go' Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) aimed at digitising transit payments across India. The card enables quick, tap-and-pay transactions on NCMC-enabled services like metros, buses, and trains, even without internet connectivity.

PIX: Tendulkars Host Grand Pre-Wedding Bash for Son Arjun

PIX: Tendulkars Host Grand Pre-Wedding Bash for Son Arjun

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Sachin Tendulkar and Anjali hosted a grand pre-wedding ceremony in Mumbai for son Arjun Tendulkar and bride-to-be Saaniya Chandhok, with family and former India cricketers in attendance.

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Iran-Israel Conflict Halts Dubai Weddings

Rediff.com20 hours ago

With Gulf countries emerging as popular destinations for Indian weddings and pre-wedding shoots, the March-April season had seen a flurry of bookings.

Drive slowly in Parliament complex, avoid mishaps, MPS told

Drive slowly in Parliament complex, avoid mishaps, MPS told

Rediff.com7 days ago

To prevent accidents and security breaches, Parliament issues a new advisory urging MPs to limit their vehicle speed to 10 kmph within the complex.

Swiss Official Highlights Science Diplomacy as Key to Global Security

Swiss Official Highlights Science Diplomacy as Key to Global Security

Rediff.com7 days ago

A top Swiss official has emphasised the growing importance of science and technology in international affairs, leading Switzerland to prioritise anticipatory science diplomacy in its foreign policy. Collaboration with India reflects a shared vision between two global innovation leaders.

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

India and New Zealand Explore Enhanced Sports Collaboration

Rediff.com4 days ago

India and New Zealand are set to strengthen their sports collaboration through joint training camps, coaching exchanges, and knowledge sharing in sports science, analytics, and athlete performance systems, marking 100 years of sporting ties in 2026.

T20 World Cup final: New Zealand blend rugby and football to sharpen reflexes

T20 World Cup final: New Zealand blend rugby and football to sharpen reflexes

Rediff.com6 days ago

New Zealand's cricket team incorporates a unique training drill called 'Donny Ball,' combining elements of rugby and football, to enhance concentration and reflexes ahead of their T20 World Cup final against India.

CAPFs Face Shortfall: Over 93,000 Posts Unfilled

CAPFs Face Shortfall: Over 93,000 Posts Unfilled

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Indian government reports over 93,000 vacant posts in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles, impacting law enforcement and security capabilities. Recruitment efforts are underway to address the shortfall.

Headmaster Suspended After Dance Video With Students Sparks Outrage in Jharkhand

Headmaster Suspended After Dance Video With Students Sparks Outrage in Jharkhand

Rediff.com6 days ago

A headmaster in Jharkhand has been suspended and two assistant teachers face departmental proceedings after a video surfaced showing them dancing with students to a 'vulgar' song during a farewell function.